Dodge ram truck 3500 1996 Service Manual page 272

D I A G N O S I S AND T E S T I N G (Continued)
CONTINUED
CONDITION
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTION
Clutch components damaged
or worn out prematurely.
1. Incorrect or sub-standard
clutch parts.
1. Replace with parts of correct type and
quality.
Pilot bearing damaged. 1. Bearing cocked during
installation. Bearing not lubricated
prior to installation. Bearing defect.
2. Clutch misalignment.
1. Replace bearing. Be sure it is properly
seated and lubricated before installing
clutch.
2. Check and correct misalignment caused
by excessive runout of flywheel, disc,
cover or clutch housing. Replace input
shaft if bearing hub is damaged.
Loose components.
1. Attaching bolts loose at
flywheel, cover, or clutch housing.
1. Tighten bolts to specified torque.
Replace any clutch bolts that are damaged
Components appear overheated.
Hub of disc cracked or torsion
damper springs are distorted
or broken.
1. Frequent high load, full
throttle operation.
1. Replace parts as needed. Alert driver
to condition causes.
Contact surface of release
bearing damaged.
1. Clutch cover incorrect, or
release fingers are bent or
distorted causing damage.
2. Release bearing defect.
3. Release bearing misaligned.
1. Replace clutch cover and bearing.
2. Replace bearing.
3. Check'and correct runout of clutch
components. Check front bearing retainer
sleeve surface. Replace if damaged.
Release bearing is noisy.
1. Release bearing defect.
1. Replace bearing.
Clutch pedal squeak.
1. Pivot pin loose. Pedal bushings
worn out or cracked.
1. Tighten pivot pin. Replace bushings if
worn or damaged. Lubricate pin and
bushings with silicone base lubricator
chassis grease.
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